Tarmac
Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor (Days)
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Job Introduction
Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor
Mountsorrel Quarry, Leicestershire
Lead maintenance. Drive performance. Keep one of the UK's largest quarries moving.
We're looking for an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor to take ownership of maintenance operations at our Mountsorrel Quarry. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll motivate a skilled team, maximise plant performance, and play a key part in delivering safe, reliable and efficient operations.
If you thrive in a heavy industrial environment, enjoy solving complex engineering challenges and are passionate about continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.
What you'll be doing
As Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor, you'll lead the maintenance function across fixed and mobile plant, ensuring the highest standards of safety, reliability and performance.
You'll:
- Lead and develop a maintenance team, driving engagement and accountability
- Deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) programmes
- Manage breakdown response, defect management and root cause analysis
- Drive improvements in plant productivity, OEE and operational performance
- Oversee inspections, maintenance checks and statutory compliance
- Promote best practice in maintenance management and continuous improvement
- Control maintenance-related costs, including labour and overtime
- Resolve technical issues and support engineering projects
- Manage contractor relationships and service agreements
- Champion a strong health, safety and zero-harm culture across site
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What we're looking for
- Previous experience as a Maintenance Supervisor, Engineering Supervisor, Maintenance Manager or Engineering Manager within a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment
- Strong knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
- Understanding of electrical systems
- Experience leading and developing teams
- Confidence challenging standards and holding teams accountable for quality and delivery
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Experience with Root Cause Analysis and continuous improvement techniques
- IT literacy, including Microsoft Office applications
Desirable
- HNC/HND, recognised apprenticeship or BEng in a relevant engineering discipline
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, FMEA and Continuous Improvement methodologies
Why Tarmac?
At Tarmac, who you are matters. We want to get to know you. If you're collaborative, take pride in a job well done and are always looking for ways to make things better, you'll fit right in.
We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and where people from all backgrounds can thrive.
Join us and help shape the future of one of the UK's most successful quarry operations.
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Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:
- Bonus scheme
- Enhanced holiday entitlement
- Contributory pension scheme
- Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
- Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
- Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc. (REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause
- Training and development opportunities
Tarmac is committed to being a Forces-friendly employer. If you’re coming from a military background, we’ll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.
We’re proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you.
Ready to build your future?
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Tarmac Trading Limited
Job Reference tarmac/TP/232604/8101
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